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UPS collaborating with Workhorse to deploy 50 electric trucks; rivaling acquisition cost of conventional; no subsidies

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—Carlton Rose, President, Global Fleet Maintenance and Engineering for UPS. With zero tailpipe emissions and lower noise, the electric delivery trucks will help UPS make its fleet cleaner and quieter, a significant benefit in urban areas. The all electric trucks will deliver by day and re-charge overnight. in 2016.

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Panasonic working with with Tropos Motors to advance electric compact utility vehicles

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Low-speed electric compact utility vehicles (eCUV) offers benefits to the fleet owner including lower cost of purchase with a reduced cost of operation and maintenance, which equates to a quicker return on investment. It is not about down-sizing.

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USDOT awarding $55M to support purchase of Low-No buses; electric buses and infrastructure

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Eligible projects included those that replace, rehabilitate, lease, and purchase buses and related equipment as well as projects to purchase, rehabilitate, construct or lease bus-related facilities, such as buildings for bus storage and maintenance. million for hydrogen fuel cell buses. Description. City of Fairfield.

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King County Metro Transit to purchase 120 battery-electric buses by 2020, 73 from Proterra

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As part of this commitment, Metro will purchase up to 73 battery buses from Burlingame, Calif.-based Maintenance costs of all-electric buses are expected to decline versus hybrid-diesels, primarily because they have fewer moving parts. Federal funding often helps pay for Metro’s new bus purchases. based Proterra.

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Piaggio offers battery subscription model for Ape electric 3W at INR 2.59 lakh – ET Auto

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This innovative program aims to revolutionize 3EV ownership by separating the upfront cost of the vehicle from the battery. Customers can now purchase the Ape Elektrik for INR 2.59 Customers can now enjoy the benefits of electric mobility without worrying about battery maintenance, lifespan, or replacement costs.

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EPRI Analysis estimates costs of fully developing US smart grid could reach $476B; benefits up to $2T

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The analysis updates EPRI’s 2004 EPRI assessment, which estimated the cost of implementing a smart grid at $165 billion. Mark McGranaghan, EPRI vice president of Power Delivery and Utilization, says the increased costs of the current analysis reflect a more advanced and expansive vision for the smart grid.

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How to Choose the Right Vehicle for Your Fleet

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Evaluating the carbon footprint of your fleet and opting for cleaner alternatives can have financial benefits, too, with many governments and municipalities offering incentives for environmentally friendly fleets. However, used vehicles can offer substantial savings, particularly when purchased through certified pre-owned programs.

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